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Experts React: Energy Implications of Escalating Middle East Conflict

 The escalating turmoil in the Middle East threatens global energy markets, yet oil prices remain stable. What's behind this unexpected calm amid regional conflict? What could trigger a market reversal? CSIS consults leading experts for insights.

Commentary by Kevin Book, Ben Cahill, Adi Imsirovic, Raad Alkadiri, Kunro Irié, and Leslie Palti-Guzman — October 8, 2024

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Drivers of Base Metals Price Volatility

There are three key reasons why most base metal prices are at a multiyear low: macroeconomic headwinds, a sluggish Chinese economy, and Chinese market manipulation that has generated commodity surpluses.

Commentary by Gracelin Baskaran — June 7, 2024

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Recommendations for Building Zambia’s Copper Industry

An audio version of “Recommendations for Building Zambia’s Copper Industry,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Gracelin Baskaran and Florence Yu. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Podcast Episode by Gracelin Baskaran and Florence Yu — June 4, 2024

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India’s National Election: Surprise and Stability

Modi’s BJP emerged as the single largest party in India’s election but did not get a majority. The government’s economic and security agenda will remain unchanged, but the reform pace will be slower. Driven by a belligerent China, the U.S.-India partnership is well placed.

Critical Questions by Richard M. Rossow — June 4, 2024

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India’s National Election: Surprise and Stability

An audio version of “India’s National Election: Surprise and Stability,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Richard M. Rossow. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Podcast Episode by Richard M. Rossow — June 4, 2024

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Recommendations for Building Zambia’s Copper Industry

The United States should strengthen its minerals diplomacy with Zambia by supporting a geological mapping, investing in energy infrastructure, and upgrading existing rail and port infrastructure.

Commentary by Gracelin Baskaran and Florence Yu — June 4, 2024

Beyond Net-Zero: Redefining the U.S.-India Energy Partnership

Amid the ongoing Lok Sabha general elections in India and the upcoming U.S. presidential elections, the Chair in U.S.-India Policy Studies lays down a roadmap for U.S.-India cooperation on a revamped green industrial policy.

Commentary by Kartikeya Singh — May 30, 2024

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Beyond Net-Zero: Redefining the U.S.-India Energy Partnership

An audio version of “Beyond Net-Zero: Redefining the U.S.-India Energy Partnership,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Kartikeya Singh. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Podcast Episode by Kartikeya Singh — May 30, 2024

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How Japan Thinks about Energy Security

Resource scarcity and import dependence raise the stakes in Japan’s energy transition planning. The country must meet its decarbonization pledges while also maintaining a safety net in case its efforts fall short. 

Brief by Ben Cahill, Jane Nakano, and Kunro Irié — May 22, 2024